Elisa Maietti
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Elisa Maietti is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, with a focus on robotic-assisted therapies for stroke and multiple sclerosis (MS). Her work rigorously evaluates the efficacy of cutting-edge technologies against conventional rehabilitation methods. In a landmark 2019 randomized clinical trial (75 citations), she demonstrated that combining robot-assisted arm training with hand functional electrical stimulation significantly enhances recovery after stroke. Conversely, her RAGTIME study (59 citations) provided critical evidence that robot-assisted gait training is not superior to intensive overground walking for MS patients with severe disability, challenging assumptions about high-tech interventions. By conducting these head-to-head comparisons, Maietti has shaped evidence-based practice, ensuring that rehabilitation resources are directed toward the most effective strategies. Her contributions are vital for clinicians and researchers designing optimal recovery protocols, and her work continues to influence the integration of robotics in clinical neurology.
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